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Santani Wellness Kandy

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star hotel with spa

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Mountain View Chalet | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Outdoor pool
Mountain View Chalet | Balcony view
Aerial view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Arantenna Estate, Werapitiya, Kandy District, Medadumbara, Central Province
  • Pallekele International Cricket Stadium
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Kandy Lake
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Temple of the Tooth
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Garden View Chalet

  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Mountain View Chalet | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Mountain View Chalet

  • 495 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Asia

What's nearby

  • Pallekele International Cricket Stadium - 36 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Kandy Lake - 46 min drive - 21.0 miles
  • Temple of the Tooth - 46 min drive - 21.5 miles
  • Royal Palace of Kandy - 48 min drive - 21.9 miles
  • National Hospital Kandy - 48 min drive - 22.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kandy Railway Station - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sakura Foods - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Oruthota Chalets - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Dragon Hut - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Open Kitchen - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Teldeniya Rest House - ‬28 min drive

About this property

Santani Wellness Kandy

Luxurious 5-star hotel with spa
Some rates at Santani Wellness Kandy are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Santani Wellness Kandy offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Santani Wellness Kandy. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 18 buildings
  • Built in 2016
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Santani Wellness Kandy offers 20 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Santani Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily. There are hot springs/mineral springs on site.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This is a designated quarantine hotel. The property can only accept bookings from travelers who are required to quarantine (i.e. international travelers). You may be asked to provide evidence of this on arrival.
This is a certified Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 property. Sri Lanka Tourism Level 1 is a health and safety certification issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Santani Wellness Kandy

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 6 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Santani Wellness Resort Panwila
Santani Wellness Resort Medadumbara
Santani Wellness Panwila
Santani Wellness Medadumbara
Santani Wellness Resort Spa
Santani Wellness Kandy Hotel
Santani Wellness Kandy Medadumbara
Santani Wellness Kandy Hotel Medadumbara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Santani Wellness Kandy to the airport?

Santani Wellness Kandy is 86 mi (230-min drive) away from the Bandaranaike Intl. Airport (CMB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Santani Wellness Kandy have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Santani Wellness Kandy.

Does Santani Wellness Kandy offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Santani Wellness Kandy, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 15 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Santani Wellness Kandy?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Santani Wellness Kandy?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Santani Wellness Kandy?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Santani Wellness Kandy have a pool?

Santani Wellness Kandy features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8 AM to 6 PM.

Does Santani Wellness Kandy have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Santani Wellness Kandy have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Santani Spa, where you can enjoy Thai massages, reflexology, and facials.

Santani Wellness Kandy Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

visvakant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best food in the world, amazing spa, relax, cool, different
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Eye wateringly expensive ....

This place is really a special retreat. The Chef is excellent ! The Spa unfortunately is breathe-takingly expensive. And virtually of the activities that you go to a retreat like that for are extortionate.. it is a shame as it is truly a unique location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

All okay

I found the acoustics pretty poor, the staff very friendly and well trained, what little food I had was quite nice. The location was a little more remote than I bargsained for, so not a criticisim but we aware. It peaceful and excpetionally minimalist and purposefully designed that way for the ayurvidic guests but not my vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Renata, Meuly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We selected this property because of its treatments. When we arrived they mentioned they were just available for the guests that had booked a package. This was shattering for us and very disappointing. The rest of our statly, food and staff was faboulous.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Heaven!

Beautiful peaceful resort. You can spend a day doing yoga, going to the Spa , lounge by the pool while enjoying the beautiful mountain views or you can also venture out in one of the many excursions they can organize for you!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing boutique resort, great food and excellent service. Spent new year’s eve and the hotel hosted a bonfire and an amazing celebratory dinner. Perfect place if you’re looking to relax, do yoga and enjoy the quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

or

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good hotel, but different

The hotel concept is very nice, and fits to honeymoon vacation. The food was great, the best food I eat in Sri Lanka, the chef, and the restaurant team where helpful, and fit themself to us. The uncomfortable thing is that there is no a/c system in the room, and it’s really hard to sleep with the bugs and mosquitoes that gets into the room. Although it’s hotel that promote wellness, choosing a/c should be the customer choose. Thanks for the all Santani team, made wonderful job.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy, Dubai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything--EVERYTHING--about my stay. The service was outstanding, the view was amazing, and the food was delicious. The staff bent over backwards to make sure I was comfortable and happy. I had some spa treatments, which were fabulous, and the morning and evening yoga sessions were enjoyable, too. The design of the hotel is incredible. It's simple and unpretentious but elegant. Design-wise, it's one of the most beautiful hotels I've ever seen. I can't wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience at this hotel is unbelievable! From the moment you arrive you are treated like royalty. A cold towel is given to you upon arrival. Then you are given tea while you wait a moment to talk to the chef about your personalized meals. Yoga, spa services and hiking are readily available. The rooms are amazing and the views are priceless! Worth every dollar. Looking to return soon.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just amazing view - like a moving painting - and minimalist architecture. Food is very good and very peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a truly relaxing experience. The surrounding nature was beautiful and serene, the treatments were very good, the food was amazing and the staff were lovely, helpful and always smiling. I will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good check in experience. The Staffs ask your preference for dinner, lunch, breakfast and the check out time, they also show you around before go to the room. The room is clean, and with fresh air.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a stunning space. The manager is clearly very hands on and staff is very friendly and attentive. The food was excellent as well. The yoga teacher is very experienced and attentive. It’s rare to find so many things be up to such a good standard in one hotel. I must say the punctuality and service at the spa was not the best, although the rituals and therapists are incredible. Despite some hiccups re, I would recommend and would go again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional service and incredible views

Santani was an incredible experience. The service was impeccable and the staff went out of their way to create bespoke menus for us and to look after us during the entire stay. Nothing was too much for them and they really have been trained exceptionally. All the rooms have wonderful views and allow you to soak in the nature and the unbeatable views. It is a great place to relax although not a fantastic base for sight seeing. We stayed for a few nights to break up the hustle and bustle of the tourist spots so it was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Lotsa bugs at night, close to nature kinda place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing and unique Hotel

This hotel is simply amazing. The setting and views are incredible, rooms are very modern and minimalist in style. The Mountain View rooms are so worth it with lovely balconies for the amazing views. Restaurant is great all round and the spa is totally unique. If you want to unplug and chill out this is one of the most relaxing hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Just don’t waste your stay here by going off the resort!!! It’s not cheap, but is well worth the money for what you get and experience
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Visit while this place is still a secret

We stayed for two nights at this lovely retreat and had an amazing time. Service was top notch and the food was excellent. The setting is stunning - on a hilllside with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. The villas were lovely. The only downside of the rooms were that there isn't any soundproofing between villas. We enjoyed the yoga classes that we took, as well as the spa treatments we had. Go before word gets out!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Get away from all the hustle and bustle and relax

Hard to think of words to sum up Santani... the pictures certainly paint a picture for what to expect and the views are the key reason why most people would flock to this fantastic resort but the photos do not tell the full story. The staff, the spa and the amazing food are the other stand out features. While I wouldn't recommend this resort if you're looking for an action packed stay it's the perfect location to escape the crowds. Wake up to yoga, followed by breakfast and then take a stroll down to the river for a quick dip. We were lucky enough to see a pack of monkeys on one of our visits to the river who took it in turns to jump in and cross to the other side. After the your stroll it's time for lunch... you'll certainly be well fed during your stay. The unique spa is a wonderful (but expensive) place to spend the afternoon. Watch the sun go down over the mountains and prepare for a wonderful dinner. All in all a fantastic, memorable and relaxing hotel which I'd thoroughly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just book it already!

Santani is one of the nicest and most unique resorts I've stayed in. It's incredible, the whole experience. Haven't just left after 4 blissful days there, I feel like I'll forever be comparing every other hotel to it, which will set almost all up for failure. It was the highlight of my week-long Sri Lankan trip, just book it already, you won't regret it!! Oh, and do yourself a favour, pay extra to get a mountain view room. You won't be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything is superb but suggest they tarmac the drive, which we understand will happen next year. When complete we will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Heaven on earth!

Had we died and gone to heaven? I had to question my senses from the moment we arrived to Santani “Santani” is the Sanskrit word meaning “in harmony with” and harmonious we felt. This heaven on earth embodies all the virtues of a spiritual ashram with the luxuries of a 5-star wellness retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible Stay at the Santani

Our stay at the Santani was a delight in every sense. Everything was done to perfection from the architectural design of the rooms and facilities (minimalist Buddhist aesthetic) to the stunning views to the delicious and healthy meals designed for us by the chef. The service was impeccable across the board. We especially enjoyed the nature walks with the Santani’s naturalist, lovely yoga classes each morning and afternoon, rejuvenating Ayurvedic spa treatments, and an unforgettable dining experience at each meal.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017